Mirella Papaeconomou once again joins forces with Katia Kissonergi, and the result is explosive-a small Big Bang giving birth to an astonishingly rich foundation.
In the hands of Lambis Zaroutiadis, this foundation transforms, taking on flavor, aroma, and shape. It evokes the cinema of another era, back when kids would climb over fences to catch a glimpse of Europe's great directors at work.
A realism reminiscent of Visconti, editing that calls to mind Godard, character depth worthy of Antonioni. And a labyrinth of twists and turns that make you identify with the maze in which the protagonist is lost.
The visuals make your gaze dance-a tight tango-while the plot twists feel like abrupt spins, as if your partner is pulling you into the rhythm, and you don't want to let go.
Constant surprises, masterful shots bridging past and present, shifts in time, speed-nothing is certain, nothing is given. Each scene is a box hiding the unexpected.
The cast is carefully selected, performances bordering on theatrical, perfectly balanced, well-measured. And the framing welcomes the image in a magical way, masterfully crafted by Yiannis Drakoulakos.
Dimitris Alexandris and Anastasis Roilos surrender effortlessly to the close-up shots, unfolding their inexhaustible talent, utilizing every nuance of their expression.
There, they are met by Vassilis Charalampopoulos, used so sparingly yet proving that his quality is so immense that even the smallest dose is enough to bring flavor-like a rare spice that is added in tiny amounts but transforms the dish.
Alkis Kourkoulos effortlessly showcases his immense acting presence, sitting on a couch, revealing every drop of his artistic blood and even more. He masterfully controls his gaze, the tone of his voice, the timing of his expressions, the pauses in his speech-so naturally that he reminds us, in strange times, just how objectively undeniable talent and experience can be.
And finally, the lead actress, Marianna Pourega. An artistic force who manages to elevate her role in a unique way, proving that she is a true protagonist of contemporary Greek cinema. Her talent is not confined to acting alone; it extends across a vast spectrum of abilities, making her a multi-tool of performance, seamlessly adapting to any role.
Her artistic chameleonism is undoubtedly what sets her apart. Her ability to transform and embody different characters with authenticity makes her a rare performer in the Greek scene. Every movement, every word, reveals an artist who knows how to delve into the soul of the character she portrays while never losing her own truth. The connection she establishes with the audience, without even trying, is what makes her truly exceptional.
Beyond her technical mastery and remarkable acting range, Marianna Pourega brings an endless emotional depth to the screen. Her emotional canvas is truly vast, and through her performance, I saw the essence of the characters unfold with astonishing intensity and depth.
She plunged into the dark waters of Greek television-only to resurface, proving that with the necessary light, everything becomes clear.
